Samoyed
VS
Norwegian Lundehund
Samoyed vs Norwegian Lundehund
Compare Samoyed and Norwegian Lundehund side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Samoyed
Norwegian Lundehund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
32 – 38 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Norwegian Lundehund
Tiny
Summary
About Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.
About Norwegian Lundehund
The Norwegian Lundehund is a rare, small spitz-type dog with at least six toes per foot, great flexibility, and a weather-resistant double coat. Once used to hunt puffins on Norwegian cliffs, it is now an active, alert companion needing gentle training and regular mental and physical exercise.
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